How is a Siberian cat

The Siberian cat, also known as the cat of the Siberian forests, is a cat breed that was created naturally in the forests of Russia by the crossing of domestic cats and wild cats . It is a large long-haired cat that stands out from other breeds of cats because of its sociable character. The Siberian cat is perfect for allergic people who do not want to give up having a cat because their saliva has less amounts of Fel D1 protein which is what usually causes allergy in people.

Physical characteristics

The Siberian cat is a corpulent cat, muscular and agile. Compared with other breeds of cats it is of slow maturation: it reaches its final size around 20 months and continues to develop until 5 years. The hair can have any color and pattern and there is the sub-race Neva Masquerade which is the Siberian cat with the color pattern of the Siamese. It is a big cat: adult females usually weigh between 4 and 6 kg and males between 5 and 8 kg and are more muscular than females.

Behavior of the Siberian cat

The Siberian cat is sociable, gentle and very affectionate with its owner. It is a ready cat with a high learning capacity and that usually responds to the call. Unlike males, Siberian cat females can exhibit escapist attitudes especially in times of heat.

Care of the Siberian cat

The Siberian cat has a dense and long hair so you have to brush it frequently (at least 2 times a week), especially in the molting season. The molting season can become constant if the Siberian cat lives inside a floor. The hair of the Siberian cat is waterproof so it does not have much tendency to knot.

Health of the Siberian cat

The Siberian cat is a natural cat breed, that is, the human hand has not intervened in its evolution, that's why it is a particularly healthy breed that, unlike other breeds of cats, does not have its own genetic diseases.

Body of the Siberian cat

In the Siberian cat, the rounded lines on the head, ears, and eyes stand out. The legs are wide and the hind legs are longer than the front legs. The tail is wider at the base than at the tip and has long and very dense hair.

• The Siberian cat is hypoallergenic which means that it causes less allergy than other cat breeds but can cause allergies. The amount of allergens segregated can vary from one specimen to another. If you suffer from allergies to cats before acquiring a Siberian cat, check that the specimen you are planning to buy is not really allergic to you.